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The Misrepresentation of Women’s Health in Stock Imagery: A Call to Action
This post was first published on Femtech Insider on July 24, 2023. In a world where we consume huge amounts of digital content day in and day out, the significance of visuals in narrating the human experience is huge as well. Images speak louder than words and instill a deep, almost imperceptible imprint on our collective view…
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I’m Writing a Book about PCOS. Here’s Why.
When I was first diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), I found myself overwhelmed and adrift in a sea of uncertainty. My early experiences with diagnosis and treatment were far from ideal—they were marked by confusion, miscommunication, and a sense of being disregarded. A lack of comprehensive, clear, and empathetic information added to the physical…
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Lesley Brown: How One Women’s Courage Changed the Odds for Millions of People Struggling with Infertility
This post was first published on Femtech Insider on Jan 4, 2023. On July 25, 1978 Lesley Brown gave birth to Louise Joy Brown, a little girl who would soon be known all around the world as “the test-tube baby” and the first human ever born using in-vitro fertilization. Since Louise’s birth more than 10…
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For Many Femtech Entrepreneurs Advocacy Is Part of the Job. Should It Be?
This post was originally published on Femtech Insider. As a founder in the femtech space, I talk about women’s health pretty much all day, every day. I consider it part of my job to create awareness, to advocate for women’s health and do my part to contribute to destigmatization. “We’re not just building companies. We’re…
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Berlin, baby!
I’m at a coffee shop in Berlin right now, sipping on oat milk cappuccino, and watching Berlin life pass by on a rainy Friday afternoon. I’m about to leave for the airport after spending the past couple of days with entrepreneurs, advocates, investors, and many other stakeholders from all corners of the German femtech ecosystem.…